Patient's question:
I've been feeling uncomfortable down there for a while. It's both painful and itchy, and my glans seems particularly red and a bit swollen. The smell is especially unpleasant, and there's yellow discharge from my glans. Is this balanitis? I'd like to know: How should I treat red and swollen glans?Doctor's answer:
Hello: Based on the symptoms you described, it should be considered as balanitis (inflammation of the glans). Balanitis manifests as redness and swelling of the foreskin, burning pain, and relief during urination, with purulent discharge possibly oozing from the meatus. If the foreskin is moved, it can be seen that the inner foreskin and glans are congested, swollen, etc. Your condition is closely related to phimosis (excessive foreskin). Pay attention to maintaining local hygiene, frequently cleaning the foreskin and glans, and keeping the foreskin cavity clean and dry. If you have phimosis or phimosis, circumcision should be performed. If there is discharge, it is recommended to have a discharge test. Drink more hot water and avoid drinking beer. Redness and swelling of the glans are prone to recurrence, requiring long-term medication.